Rahim Tabet | Oktober 31, 2014 |
Asia
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Burma
Myanmar belongs to the continent of Asia, but is also partly on the Indian subcontinent. It has an area of 676 578 km2 and about 52 million inhabitants. Myanmar borders five countries: Bangladesh, China, India, Laos and Thailand. Besides these countries it borders still on the Bay of Bengal and the Andaman Sea coast.
Officially called the country Burma. This is changed in Myanmar since 1989 by the then military regime. The reason was that they thought that Burma had too nasty colonial flavor. In addition, not only Burmese living in Myanmar, but also many ethnic groups. This could lead to much confusion. Many other countries still use the name Burma for the country. Others have taken over and have agreed with Myanmar.
Since November 7, 2005 is the capital of Naypyidaw Myanmar. Also, they have changed this. Formerly the capital, Rangoon, was because it is the largest city in the country. Rangoon is by Belgium, the European Union and the United States is still seen as the capital of Myanmar.
The official language spoken in Myanmar is Burmese. A small part of the population speaks only English. Well there are several ethnic groups who have developed their own language and still use it.
89% of the population believe in Buddhism. Only 4% belongs to Christianity and also 4% belongs to Islam. The remaining population belongs to the animistic belief. This means that they believe in ghosts.
The largest group of the population in Myanmar, the Burmese, from the old country Burma. The new residents of Myanmar called the Burmese.
Very nice place Rangoon, during the whole tour and a very friendly population. Lots of culture that was very much on display.
Transport Getting into the country
It is not possible to fly direct from the Netherlands to Myanmar. When should you get traveled by plane, change in countries like Bangkok, China or Vietnam. From this can include countries traveled to Myanmar.
It's best to the Myanmar border crossing by plane. Indeed, it is very difficult to simply allowed the country to the border. Can occur, making it difficult or impossible to leave the country many problems.
Transport in the country
Plane
Is because the (rail) roads are very bad travel by plane one of the most comfortable travel options out there. There are three private airlines that you can fly around in Myanmar. They are fairly expensive, but safe. These airlines are Air Bagan, Air Mandalay and Yangon Airways.
There are also private companies. A disadvantage is that the flight can be changed. It may be that they make an extra stop or a stop word is precisely removed from it. This only affects your arrival. When a stop is made, you do not have to leave the aircraft. After a maximum of 20 minutes of waiting you fly further.
It is not recommended to fly with Myanmar Airways. This airline is known for its poor security.
Train
If you want to travel by train through Myanmar, you must take into account a number of obstacles. The rail network is old, the train is slow, expensive and often is delayed. However, the train is a good means of transport if you want to see something of the country and to meet people.
Boat
Myanmar has a large river ferry network at his disposal. This is to a large extent run by the government, but also for a number of years, private ferry.
Bus
The bus together with the aircraft one of the best means of transport they have in Myanmar. They are quite luxurious buses and the price you pay the reasonable side. Make sure that you can sit in the front because the roads are very bad bumpy not.
Pickup
The pickup is a well known means of transportation in Myanmar. Because taxis are expensive here, there often traveled in an old Toyota pickup. May at least six people in it. The pickup has standing and seating, as in a bus. In each center there is a point where people can step in and out.
Car
Renting a car is very expensive in Myanmar. You can hire a private car with driver or without. Can be done in the city itself or hire in advance. It is not advisable to go at night self drive. Happen around this time many accidents.
Visa
Is your passport to return to the Netherlands for a holiday in Myanmar for at least six months validity and a visa is required.
Price/Money
The official currency of Myanmar is the Kyat. Hundreds Pya equals a Kyat. As in many countries also use them here coins and bills. The coins consist of 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 1 Pya Kya. With coins hardly paid. The bills consist of: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 Kyat.
The price level in Myanmar is lower than in the Netherlands, but higher than in several neighboring countries of Myanmar.
Safety
In the cities where many tourists, is little crime. These are, inter alia, Rangoon, Mandalay, Bagan and Inle. You have to watch out for terrorist threats in other parts of the country.
Population and Culture
Myanmar is the least populated country in Southeast Asia. However, the population by 1%. Growing every year Since 1980, the population nearly doubled. This is because more and more people come to live in the city. The life expectancy of the population of Myanmar is not very high. Men are on average 58 and women 64. dies a high percentage of babies at birth, 76 of 1000 babies do not survive. Birth
Half of the population lives in Rangoon, Mandalay or the Ayeyarwady River Delta. In Rangoon approximately 5 million people. 30% of the population lives in cities and this will be more and more. The population still lives in rural areas is increasingly moving to the city.
Myanmar has many ethnic groups divided into different categories. The main groups are Mon-Khmer, Tibeto-Burmese and Sino-Tai. These groups are divided into eight varieties; Burmese, Chin, Kachin, Kayah, Rayin, Mon, Rakhine sn Shan. In Shan State, these groups are the most divided. Live there about 4 million people spread over 30 different ethnic groups.
Flora & Fauna
There are many different trees and plants found in Myanmar. Half of the country consists primarily of forest. It differs per region which trees are. In the tropical rainforest are mainly mangrove, monsoon and bamboo forests. With a moderate climate, there are mainly deciduous forests, pine forests and grass steppes. Where it is standing oak, hazel and rhododendron. Cool The forest has already suffered a lot. Indeed, it is cut down a lot here.
In the dry zone of the country you will find the Savannah landscape. Here you'll mostly acacias, thorn bushes, cacti and palmyrapalm against. Palm wine is emitted.
On the lower slopes of the mountains in the north you'll especially the cassia, flamboyanten, tylpenbomen and coral trees against. Above this rank comes the mixed forest. When you get above 3000 meters, you can see conifers, rhododendron and pine trees.
Are approximately 1,000 different species of orchids are found in Myanmar. Also there can be found many bamboo in the wild. Bamboo are many houses built.
What animals live exactly in Myanmar is not known. The animals that are officially known by scientists elephants, leopards, black bear, Himalayan bear, Malayan sun bear, flying squirrels and dogs, deer, crocodiles and gibbons. The country has no national parks or reserves. There are many animals died by cutting down the forests. The rarest animals in the northwest of the country are the tapirs, rhinos, snow leopards, tigers, mungo, pangolin and anteater. The country also has many snakes, making 51 poisonous species. Below here are among others, the king cobra, the krait, green viper and python. Birds are also plenty in Myanmar, about 1200 different species have been recognized. In the sea you see especially sea turtles, dugongs and Irrawaddy dolphins.
Medical Information
The health crisis in Myanmar continues to be exacerbated by devastating diseases such as HIV / AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis (TB). The government spends only 0.3% of GDP on healthcare, the lowest rate worldwide.
Vaccinations
There are a number of mandatory vaccinations for Myanmar.
Please contact the Public Health Service, Tropical Doctor or Travel Clinic for current advice.
The Language
The official language spoken in Myanmar is Burmese. A small part of the population speaks only English. Well there are several ethnic groups who have developed their own language and still use it.
History
From China and Northeast India began the migration of the Mon. The Mon are an ethnic group from Southeast Asia. After this migration also followed the Pyu, Karen, Chin, Burmese, Shan and Kachin. The city was founded by the Pegu Mon. She lived in the riverside area of the Irrawaddy. The Pyu lived in Burma with its capital at Sri Kshetra. This town was later changed to Prome. The Pyu after a time defeated by the Thai. They were chased out of town. The Burmese came from China and lived mainly in northern Burma.
After 832 they lived partly in Burma since the Pyu were expelled. Later they drove themselves to the Mon. The First Burmese Kingdom was founded in 1044 under the leadership of King Anawrahta. As a result, Burma went through a period of great prosperity and unity. Many temples were built Pagan, but that came to an end in 1287. The Mongols invaded the country and ended the Burmese empire.
This Burma existed several centuries from various states. Because of the many wars that were waged between the Mon, Thai and Shan, was a small Burmese state to take advantage of this situation. King Bayinnaung founded the Second Burmese kingdom, with its capital at Pegu. Later this changed again in Ava. In 1740 came the Mon revolted and put an end to this kingdom by the Burmese dislodge from Ava and the river delta.
The Burmese fought back and defeated the Mon. King Alaungpaya founded the Third Burmese Kingdom. The capital was then changed several times. Also came to an end, to this period as the British conquered Burma whole. This Burma belonged officially to the British Empire.
In 1942 tried to conquer. The Japanese Burma They wanted via Burma, to invade India. In order to be able to India is made prisoner of war by a railway line. More than 100,000 people here had their death from exhaustion, disease and malnutrition. After three years came to an end this conquest and the Japanese were driven out by the Allies.
In 1948 the country finally became independent, but started badly by rebellions because the people wanted a self-government. In the beginning, Burma was still a military dictatorship, but later became a one-party state. In 1989 the Land Burma changed to Myanmar. Until today, the country is now officially called Myanmar.
Officially called the country Burma. This is changed in Myanmar since 1989 by the then military regime. The reason was that they thought that Burma had too nasty colonial flavor. In addition, not only Burmese living in Myanmar, but also many ethnic groups. This could lead to much confusion. Many other countries still use the name Burma for the country. Others have taken over and have agreed with Myanmar.
Since November 7, 2005 is the capital of Naypyidaw Myanmar. Also, they have changed this. Formerly the capital, Rangoon, was because it is the largest city in the country. Rangoon is by Belgium, the European Union and the United States is still seen as the capital of Myanmar.
The official language spoken in Myanmar is Burmese. A small part of the population speaks only English. Well there are several ethnic groups who have developed their own language and still use it.
89% of the population believe in Buddhism. Only 4% belongs to Christianity and also 4% belongs to Islam. The remaining population belongs to the animistic belief. This means that they believe in ghosts.
The largest group of the population in Myanmar, the Burmese, from the old country Burma. The new residents of Myanmar called the Burmese.
Very nice place Rangoon, during the whole tour and a very friendly population. Lots of culture that was very much on display.
Transport Getting into the country
It is not possible to fly direct from the Netherlands to Myanmar. When should you get traveled by plane, change in countries like Bangkok, China or Vietnam. From this can include countries traveled to Myanmar.
It's best to the Myanmar border crossing by plane. Indeed, it is very difficult to simply allowed the country to the border. Can occur, making it difficult or impossible to leave the country many problems.
Transport in the country
Plane
Is because the (rail) roads are very bad travel by plane one of the most comfortable travel options out there. There are three private airlines that you can fly around in Myanmar. They are fairly expensive, but safe. These airlines are Air Bagan, Air Mandalay and Yangon Airways.
There are also private companies. A disadvantage is that the flight can be changed. It may be that they make an extra stop or a stop word is precisely removed from it. This only affects your arrival. When a stop is made, you do not have to leave the aircraft. After a maximum of 20 minutes of waiting you fly further.
It is not recommended to fly with Myanmar Airways. This airline is known for its poor security.
Train
If you want to travel by train through Myanmar, you must take into account a number of obstacles. The rail network is old, the train is slow, expensive and often is delayed. However, the train is a good means of transport if you want to see something of the country and to meet people.
Boat
Myanmar has a large river ferry network at his disposal. This is to a large extent run by the government, but also for a number of years, private ferry.
Bus
The bus together with the aircraft one of the best means of transport they have in Myanmar. They are quite luxurious buses and the price you pay the reasonable side. Make sure that you can sit in the front because the roads are very bad bumpy not.
Pickup
The pickup is a well known means of transportation in Myanmar. Because taxis are expensive here, there often traveled in an old Toyota pickup. May at least six people in it. The pickup has standing and seating, as in a bus. In each center there is a point where people can step in and out.
Car
Renting a car is very expensive in Myanmar. You can hire a private car with driver or without. Can be done in the city itself or hire in advance. It is not advisable to go at night self drive. Happen around this time many accidents.
Visa
Is your passport to return to the Netherlands for a holiday in Myanmar for at least six months validity and a visa is required.
Price/Money
The official currency of Myanmar is the Kyat. Hundreds Pya equals a Kyat. As in many countries also use them here coins and bills. The coins consist of 1, 5, 10, 25, 50 and 1 Pya Kya. With coins hardly paid. The bills consist of: 1, 5, 10, 20, 50, 100, 200, 500 and 1000 Kyat.
The price level in Myanmar is lower than in the Netherlands, but higher than in several neighboring countries of Myanmar.
Safety
In the cities where many tourists, is little crime. These are, inter alia, Rangoon, Mandalay, Bagan and Inle. You have to watch out for terrorist threats in other parts of the country.
Population and Culture
Myanmar is the least populated country in Southeast Asia. However, the population by 1%. Growing every year Since 1980, the population nearly doubled. This is because more and more people come to live in the city. The life expectancy of the population of Myanmar is not very high. Men are on average 58 and women 64. dies a high percentage of babies at birth, 76 of 1000 babies do not survive. Birth
Half of the population lives in Rangoon, Mandalay or the Ayeyarwady River Delta. In Rangoon approximately 5 million people. 30% of the population lives in cities and this will be more and more. The population still lives in rural areas is increasingly moving to the city.
Myanmar has many ethnic groups divided into different categories. The main groups are Mon-Khmer, Tibeto-Burmese and Sino-Tai. These groups are divided into eight varieties; Burmese, Chin, Kachin, Kayah, Rayin, Mon, Rakhine sn Shan. In Shan State, these groups are the most divided. Live there about 4 million people spread over 30 different ethnic groups.
Flora & Fauna
There are many different trees and plants found in Myanmar. Half of the country consists primarily of forest. It differs per region which trees are. In the tropical rainforest are mainly mangrove, monsoon and bamboo forests. With a moderate climate, there are mainly deciduous forests, pine forests and grass steppes. Where it is standing oak, hazel and rhododendron. Cool The forest has already suffered a lot. Indeed, it is cut down a lot here.
In the dry zone of the country you will find the Savannah landscape. Here you'll mostly acacias, thorn bushes, cacti and palmyrapalm against. Palm wine is emitted.
On the lower slopes of the mountains in the north you'll especially the cassia, flamboyanten, tylpenbomen and coral trees against. Above this rank comes the mixed forest. When you get above 3000 meters, you can see conifers, rhododendron and pine trees.
Are approximately 1,000 different species of orchids are found in Myanmar. Also there can be found many bamboo in the wild. Bamboo are many houses built.
What animals live exactly in Myanmar is not known. The animals that are officially known by scientists elephants, leopards, black bear, Himalayan bear, Malayan sun bear, flying squirrels and dogs, deer, crocodiles and gibbons. The country has no national parks or reserves. There are many animals died by cutting down the forests. The rarest animals in the northwest of the country are the tapirs, rhinos, snow leopards, tigers, mungo, pangolin and anteater. The country also has many snakes, making 51 poisonous species. Below here are among others, the king cobra, the krait, green viper and python. Birds are also plenty in Myanmar, about 1200 different species have been recognized. In the sea you see especially sea turtles, dugongs and Irrawaddy dolphins.
Medical Information
The health crisis in Myanmar continues to be exacerbated by devastating diseases such as HIV / AIDS, malaria and tuberculosis (TB). The government spends only 0.3% of GDP on healthcare, the lowest rate worldwide.
Vaccinations
There are a number of mandatory vaccinations for Myanmar.
Please contact the Public Health Service, Tropical Doctor or Travel Clinic for current advice.
The Language
The official language spoken in Myanmar is Burmese. A small part of the population speaks only English. Well there are several ethnic groups who have developed their own language and still use it.
History
From China and Northeast India began the migration of the Mon. The Mon are an ethnic group from Southeast Asia. After this migration also followed the Pyu, Karen, Chin, Burmese, Shan and Kachin. The city was founded by the Pegu Mon. She lived in the riverside area of the Irrawaddy. The Pyu lived in Burma with its capital at Sri Kshetra. This town was later changed to Prome. The Pyu after a time defeated by the Thai. They were chased out of town. The Burmese came from China and lived mainly in northern Burma.
After 832 they lived partly in Burma since the Pyu were expelled. Later they drove themselves to the Mon. The First Burmese Kingdom was founded in 1044 under the leadership of King Anawrahta. As a result, Burma went through a period of great prosperity and unity. Many temples were built Pagan, but that came to an end in 1287. The Mongols invaded the country and ended the Burmese empire.
This Burma existed several centuries from various states. Because of the many wars that were waged between the Mon, Thai and Shan, was a small Burmese state to take advantage of this situation. King Bayinnaung founded the Second Burmese kingdom, with its capital at Pegu. Later this changed again in Ava. In 1740 came the Mon revolted and put an end to this kingdom by the Burmese dislodge from Ava and the river delta.
The Burmese fought back and defeated the Mon. King Alaungpaya founded the Third Burmese Kingdom. The capital was then changed several times. Also came to an end, to this period as the British conquered Burma whole. This Burma belonged officially to the British Empire.
In 1942 tried to conquer. The Japanese Burma They wanted via Burma, to invade India. In order to be able to India is made prisoner of war by a railway line. More than 100,000 people here had their death from exhaustion, disease and malnutrition. After three years came to an end this conquest and the Japanese were driven out by the Allies.
In 1948 the country finally became independent, but started badly by rebellions because the people wanted a self-government. In the beginning, Burma was still a military dictatorship, but later became a one-party state. In 1989 the Land Burma changed to Myanmar. Until today, the country is now officially called Myanmar.
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